Daniel Li

Daniel Li

iGaming.org Writer Crypto/Sports
A day trader in cryptocurrencies and avid sports bettor himself, Daniel decided to join the team and share his expertise with the iGaming.org audience. Areas of interest are global crypto regulations and the adoption of cryptocurrency use in the world. Daniel loves to work hard and write “how to guides” related to sports betting to share his take on various topics.

EXPERTISE

  • Crypto
  • Trading
  • Sports Betting

Daniel's latest articles


Sam Bankman-Fried Enters Legal Fray Against FTX Celebrities

Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced entrepreneur, has unexpectedly changed the course of his legal battle by standing with FTX investors who are embroiled in a court battle against the celebrities who advocate the cryptocurrency exchange Supermodel Gisele Bundchen, actor Larry David, and sports legends Tom Brady, Shaquille O'Neal, Stephen Curry, and..
2 years ago

Raoul Pal’s Forecast for 4 Billion Crypto Adopters

In a recent analysis, former Goldman Sachs executive Raoul Pal unveils a compelling forecast for the future of cryptocurrency adoption, suggesting a monumental surge in user numbers Pal, now CEO of Real Vision, relies on a chart that has proven remarkably accurate over the last five years to underpin his projections Pal's projections stem from..
2 years ago

Telegram Announces Brand New Blockchain Features

With the announcement of ground-breaking blockchain features at the Token2049 conference, Pavel Durov, the creative force behind Telegram, has sparked a fresh surge of enthusiasm in the cryptocurrency space Telegram is offering novel features focused around the TON token, targeted at expediting transactions for its large user base, in an effort..
2 years ago

A $3.5M Cryptojacking Affair Shakes the Cloud Industry

The malicious reaches of cybercrime have once again surfaced in a digital environment full of innovation and danger This time, the plan of cryptojacking has unsettled two well-known cloud providers Charles O Parks III, often known as "CP3O," is the accused, a native of Nebraska, who is currently embroiled in a complex legal situation after being..
2 years ago

Tether Expands USDT Stablecoin to TON Network

Tether is extending its reach into Telegram's Web3 ecosystem On April 19, the leading stablecoin issuer, announced it would launch its US dollar-pegged USDT stablecoin on The Open Network (TON), which powers Telegram's decentralized ecosystem The announcement coincided with keynote speeches from Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino and Telegram founder..
2 years ago

Tether Set To Expand Beyond Stablecoin With An Overhaul

Tether has announced a major strategy shift that involves a thorough restructuring into four separate departments For the well-known stablecoin issuer of USDT, this restructuring is a significant step toward achieving its goal of becoming more involved in the rapidly growing web3 business and expanding its impact outside of the stablecoin..
2 years ago

FanDuel Challenges Proposed Betting Tax Rise in Illinois

Governor JB Pritzker presented a $527 billion state budget in February that sought to address a number of challenges and provide financing for important projects including economic infrastructure and education However, a crucial change is concealed in the plan: a proposal to raise betting taxes Proposed Tax Hike Currently, Illinois imposes a 15%..
2 years ago

JPMorgan Predicts Bitcoin Dip Post-Halving

As the Bitcoin (BTC) halving event approaches around April 19-20, financial giant JPMorgan (JPM) predicts a downturn in the cryptocurrency's value, according to a recent research report JPMorgan's analysis suggests that Bitcoin's market conditions are overbought, indicating potential downside risks after the halving The bank points to open..
2 years ago

Changpeng Zhao Steps Down, Binance Earns Dubai Crypto License

After a long-awaited process, Binance, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange, has finally received its Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license in Dubai This significant development comes after extensive efforts by Binance CEO Richard Teng and the regulatory authorities The Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has granted..
2 years ago

Crypto.com CEO Foresees Bitcoin Price Dip Post-Halving, Yet Upbeat Long-Term Outlook

The CEO of Cryptocom, Kris Marszalek, has cautioned about possible selling activity in the market as the Bitcoin halving event draws near, connecting it to the "buy the rumor, sell the news" phenomenon Marszalek is nonetheless upbeat about Bitcoin's success in the upcoming months despite this caution Marszalek talked about the effects of the..
2 years ago

Glassnode Delivers Analysis on Institutional Influence To Influence Price Action During Bitcoin Halving

Recent findings from market research firm Glassnode highlight the important role that financial institutions and "smart money" play in influencing the dynamics of Bitcoin's price as the cryptocurrency's halving event approaches The historical relevance of Bitcoin price fluctuations is underscored by Glassnode's study The coin had significant..
2 years ago

New Jersey Considers Ban on College Prop Bets

In response to the NCAA's call for states to prohibit prop bets on college athletes, a New Jersey lawmaker has introduced a bill aimed at implementing such a ban within the Garden State State Sen Kristin Corrado's proposed legislation seeks to prohibit sports betting platforms from offering player-specific proposition bets on collegiate sports..
2 years ago

Kraken Introduces Open-Source Crypto Wallet

Kraken, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency exchange realm, has ventured into the burgeoning digital asset storage market with the launch of its own crypto wallet This strategic move positions Kraken to rival established providers such as Coinbase and Consensys The announcement of Kraken's self-custodial wallet solution on April 17 marks a..
2 years ago

Senators Introduce Bill to Govern Stablecoins

Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Cynthia Lummis of the United States have proposed a bill that will regulate the rapidly growing stablecoin sector This effort emphasizes the need for strict regulations to oversee stablecoin operations and was launched in partnership with the Federal Reserve and the New York State Department of Financial..
2 years ago

Senators Demand Transparency on CFTC’s Interactions with FTX Prior to Collapse

In a bipartisan move, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Charles Grassley have penned a letter to Rostin Behnam, the chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), seeking clarity regarding Behnam's engagements with now jailed Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of FTX, before the crypto exchange's downfall Their inquiry, spurred by a previous..
2 years ago

Jontay Porter Receives Lifetime NBA Ban for Sports Betting Breaches

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver declared on Wednesday that Jontay Porter, center for the Toronto Raptors, has received a lifetime ban due to numerous gambling-related infractions Silver emphasized that Porter's actions were severe breaches of the rules governing the sport, warranting the strictest penalty available The investigation into Porter's..
2 years ago

Betsson Sport Partners with Torino FC in New Sponsorship Deal

Betsson Sport has entered into a sponsorship agreement with Torino FC, a renowned Serie A football club, as announced during the emotionally charged Derby della Mole against Juventus This partnership introduces Betsson Sport as an official sponsor and marks a significant collaboration between the two entities The union between Betsson Sport and..
2 years ago

No Evidence of Jontay Porter Betting on NBA Games

Toronto Raptors center Jontay Porter has been the center of investigations regarding his betting activities, with allegations surrounding the nature of his wagers However, multiple media reports on Tuesday confirmed that Porter did not place bets on basketball, a relief given the NBA's strict rules against players betting on their own..
2 years ago

Ben Zhou Says Bybit Remains Steady Even in Volatile Markets

At the Blockchain Life conference in Dubai, Ben Zhou, CEO of Bybit, discussed the advanced state of cryptocurrency exchanges today Bybit, which Zhou co-founded in 2018, now ranks as one of the top three global exchanges by trading volume Zhou provided insights into the growth of the cryptocurrency sector, particularly emphasizing the influx of..
2 years ago

FanDuel Enters Washington DC Market with Promising Tax Revenue

The Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG) in Washington, DC, is pleased to announce the launch of FanDuel, which will replace the existing GambetDC app This represents a major change in the sports betting environment in the city FanDuel is not just going to be available online; there are also plans to launch the platform in physical stores before..
2 years ago